She stands at the lakeside in her yellow polka dot swimsuit, the water calm and wide before her. Floaties bright against sun-kissed skin, toes pressing into warm stones, she lingers in that quiet pause between stillness and splash.

“The Girl in the Yellow Polka Dot Swimsuit“ captures a gentle glimmer moment — the hush of freshwater and the soft courage it takes to step in.  A nostalgic reflection of slow summer days, lake water shimmering, and childhood memories that ripple on long after the season fades.

This painting is one of a series inspired by the beautiful Indiana Dunes National Park, a place that speaks to the heart of nature’s resilience and grace.  I hope it brings a spark of warmth and hope to your day.

I look forward to sharing more works from this collection and continuing to shine a light on the enchanting beauty of Indiana Dunes National Park.

Style:  Contemporary modern expressionism